Florida Institute of CPAs (FICPA)

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As we close out MEGA 2026, we are excited to announce that MEGA 2027 is heading to Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resort, June 20-23.

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The FICPA Scholarship Foundation owes a debt of gratitude to George Keller, who on Tuesday at committed $25,000 to the future of the profession in Florida.

Moved by the story of FICPA scholar Cynthia Shaibu (University of Central Florida) and motivated to "pay it forward," Mr. Keller, a proud University of South Florida alumnus, initially pledged $10,000 during an impromptu fundraiser on Monday before deciding that it simply "wasn't enough." Ms. Shaibu's speech made him "realize the value of what it means to go to school in Florida."

Thank you, George Keller, for your generosity, for believe in the value of a Florida education, and for changing the life of accounting students.

The FICPA’s Aug. 8-10 Summer Vacation Cluster at Disney’s Grand Floridan Resort & Spa offers high-quality CPE and unforgettable family fun. Attend http://a.m. or http://p.m. sessions including, “AI Opportunities, FTC Regs, Incident Response – Oh My!” with Scott Hagizadegan and Rebecca Santos and then walk or monorail to the nearby Magic Kingdom. Enjoy a $457 room rate at one of two Disney resorts when you reserve by July 6.

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Our 2026 Newly Certified Ceremony was our biggest in history, as we welcomed 45 of Florida's newest licensees to the profession on Monday at .

Thank you to Rep. Omar Blanco, AICPA President & CEO Mark Koziel CPA, CGMA, Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Secretary Melanie S. Griffin, Board of Accountancy Chair Jason K. Lafser, and BOA Acting Director Kevin Brown for being on hand to celebrate.

To our honorees: Welcome to the profession in Florida!

The FICPA’s State & Local Government Accounting Conference is returning to Orlando on Aug. 20-21. Attendee favorite Michael Bret Hood is presenting on, “The Invisible Facade: Enhancing Critical Thinking Skills to Prevent and Detect Fraud.” He will draw you into applicable simulations to help you recognize and mitigate cognitive traps like “ethical fading.” Register by July 20 to save $150 and enjoy a $109 room rate at the Renaissance Orlando Resort at Disney Springs: https://hubs.ly/Q04l4gFt0

The FICPA Governmental Affairs Team on Monday presented its 2026 Legislator of the Year Award to Rep. Omar Blanco at .

Our bill sponsor in the Florida House during the 2026 Session, Rep. Blanco fought for Florida's every day and every step of the way. When we needed a champion in the House, Rep. Blanco carried the flag for our profession.

Thank you, Rep. Blanco, for joining us this week at MEGA and for devoting so much of your time and energy to our FICPA membership.

The FICPA celebrates our 2026 Women to Watch Award Experienced Leader, Mary Lou Ruderman.

Ruderman is the President of Ruderman and Company, PA, in Pompano Beach. She has more than 30 years of experience providing consulting, management, tax, and accounting services to a diverse clientele throughout the state. She is the current Chair of the FICPA's State Tax Committee.

The Experienced Leader Award is reserved for women who have risen to leadership positions after more than 10 years in the profession.

Thank you to our sponsor, Cogent Bank, for sponsoring this year's awards presentation.

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The FICPA celebrates our 2026 Women to Watch Award Emerging Leader, Caroline Beasley, MBA, CPA.

Beasley is the Founder of Caroline Y. Beasley, CPA, in Jacksonville Beach. A former Big 4 public accountant, Caroline proactively helps small and mid-sized organizations and their high-net-worth owners navigate the business and tax landscape. She is a current member and Past Chair of the FICPA's Women in Leadership Committee and past member of the Federal Tax Committee.

The Emerging Leader Award recognizes women who have made significant contributions to the profession in the early stage of their careers.

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